What's happening at the Ames Free Library

Friday

Mar 21, 2014 at 2:17 PMMar 21, 2014 at 2:17 PM

"The very existence of libraries affords the best evidence that we may yet have hope for the future of man."- T. S. EliotStay hopeful at the Ames Free Library, 53 Main St., and browse our wide collection of books, large print material, magazines, newspapers, audio books and database resources. You can also pick up DVDs and music suitable for all ages and interests. The many programs offered below provide free and fun entertainment for the whole family.All library programs are free and open to all. For more information on any of these programs, call the library at 508-238-2000, check www.amesfreelibrary.org, or e-mail info@amesfreelibrary.orgTeen Advisory Board Meeting - Friday, March 21, 3Ė4 p.m. at the Main Library, 53 Main St. New members are welcome! The Teen Advisory Board will gather to get better acquainted and plan upcoming events. Delicious pizza will be provided. Open to all teens in grades 6-12; no sign up required.Magic the Gathering - Saturday, March 22, 2Ė5 p.m. at the Main Library, 53 Main St. Calling all Planeswalkers in grades 5Ė12! Drop by for free-play Magic, The Gathering. Beginners can learn the basics while more experienced players are welcome to bring their own decks and compete for fun.Star Wars Symposium - Saturday, March 22, 1-2:30 p.m. at the Queset House, 51 Main St. Bring the whole family to the library for a fun-filled Star Wars Symposium! Families with kids ages 5 and up can take part in a Star Wars Character ID Game, Trivia Game and a Costume Contest. Come and explore the Star Wars universe and hear the latest news on Episode VII and more! Browse the extensive Mobile Museum featuring tons of awesome collectibles! Experience a fun event with your host Jason M. Bloom, who will share his knowledge about the history and future of Star Wars! This program is supported in part by a grant from the Easton Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.American Girl Book Club: "Molly" - Monday, March 31, 6 p.m. at the Main Library, 53 Main St. Whether you are new to the American Girl books or you have read them all a thousand times, come discuss all things Molly! Learn about cooperation, resourcefulness, and World War II through the stories of Molly McIntire, set in 1944, and then join us to talk about this American Girl and her time period. Weíll have projects and activities for everyone. This is an all ages, all gender book club. Are you more interested in assisting with crafts than doing them? Are you a real life Molly that lived through this time period? Do you just enjoy historical fiction? Sounds great - welcome! Sign up required.OTHER EVENTS:Exhibit Case: Aprons - Come to the library and check out the glass exhibit case that is displaying Louella Mannís apron collection through the end of the month, in anticipation of her appearance at the March Foodie Groupís meeting. Free and open to all, so feel free to attend! If YOU are interested in displaying your collection in the library's Exhibit Case, please contact info@amesfreelibrary.org to learn more!Library Beaders - Monday, March 24, 6 p.m. at the Main Library, 53 Main St. Fellow Beaders, come join us for a session themed Fix It, Finish It, Re-purpose It. Bring in a piece of broken jewelry youíve been meaning to repair, or bring in something you started with the beading group (or elsewhere) but didnít finish. Or even bring a piece of jewelry you own that you want to turn into something different. You will need to bring your own supplies and materials. It will be fun to see the variety of projects that everyone brings! Hope to see you there!Agriculture Series: Farming Panel Discussion - Tuesday, March 25, 6:30 p.m. at Oakes Ames Hall, 3 Barrows St. Please join us for a great evening with farmers and agriculture experts from Easton's own local farms! This panel discussion, moderated by Ed Hands, will touch on diverse topics such as: food security, buying locally, and how they got into the agricultural industry. The best way to know your food is to know your farmers! Please bring your questions; free and open to all!Getting Fiscally Fit - Wednesday, March 26, 6:30 p.m. at the Main Library. Springtime is not just for cleaning out your house, clean up your finances as well! Let us help you get Fiscally Fit! Start with locating and maximizing discretionary income, and see how to overcome common obstacles to financial success. Free and open to all; bring your questions!Creating a Home of Lasting Value with Nancy Allison, part 2 - Monday, March 31, 6:30 p.m. at the Main Library, 53 Main St. It can be daunting for homeowners to make improvements, so let us help demystify the process for you! This two evening program presents how to identify the right improvements, how to work with architects and builders, and how to create a home of lasting value. Join us as she shares case studies that will impart what makes a home useful, inviting, and delightful. Nancy Allison received her masterís in architecture at Harvardís Graduate School of Design, and has practiced for 25 years in both California and Massachusetts. In 2001 she formed Newbridge Architecture, which can be found at www.newbridgearchitecture.com.Foodie Group - Foodscaping: Designing an Organic Edible Landscape - Tuesday, April 1, 6:30 p.m. at the Queset House Library, 51 Main St. Edible plants are taking the gardening world by storm! In this session learn how you can get in on the flavorful fun and fill every niche of your landscape with exciting edible plants. Join horticulturist, organic gardener and owner of Oak and Holly Garden Design Jeremy Brodeur, to discover edibles for every site - sun, shade, wet and dry; the benefits of using native edibles; ecological design strategies for garden health, and top ornamental edibles for our region. For more information, please visit www.oakandholly.com. Free and open to all.Tools & Techniques for Business Improvement & Growth with Kemi Sorinmade - Wednesday, April 2, 6:30 p.m. at the Main Library, 53 Main St. Business process improvement is essential to growing a business, reducing cost, satisfying customers and remaining competitive in this economy. Come and learn some tools and techniques that can make all the difference! The Growth Studio helps small businesses, organizations and independent business owners improve and achieve growth. Instructor Kemi Sorinmade is a business improvement consultant with training and experience in engineering, project management, sales and continuous improvement.Movie Night: "Gravity" - encore presentation - Thursday, April 3, 6 p.m. at the Main Library, 53 Main St. "A medical engineer and an astronaut work together to survive after an accident leaves them adrift in space." ~IMDB. Starring George Clooney and Sandra Bullock; rated PG-13 for intense perilous sequences, some disturbing images and brief strong language.